1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 967 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Navajo | Torino |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |